Sundance Acupuncture

Herb & Acupuncture Database

(This is my own personal database of teachers, teachings and notes that I use in my practice. I’ve decided to share it freely with anyone who would like to reference it.)

Leprosy Topical #1

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Herbs And Actions

Pharmaceutical Latin Pin Yin Dosage Actions
Rx. Saposhnikoviae
Fang Feng 10-30g Expels Wind-Dampness and alleviates pain.
Rx. Sophorae Flavescentis
Ku Shen 15-30g Disperses Wind, kills parasites and stops itching.
Scorpio
Quan Xie 2-5g Attacks and relieves Fire toxins, Dissipates nodules, Stops pain, Tracks down Wind, Unblocks the collaterals.

Formula Actions

  • Expels Wind-Dampness
  • Stops itching
  • Tracks down Wind
  • Unblocks the collaterals
  • Attacks and relieves Fire toxins

Syndromes

  • Wind-Dampness blocking the channels and collaterals (Topical)

Clinical Manifestations

  • Disfiguring skin sores
  • Peripheral nerve damage
  • Progressive debilitation

Treats

  • Leprosy

Contraindications And Herb/Drug Interactions

CONTRAINDICATIONS
HERB/DRUG INTERACTIONS

Notes

Modifications

For educational reference only; not a substitute for care from a qualified practitioner.